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Psychology graduate - mental health support - oxford

Oxford
Academics
Posted: 4 August
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Psychology Graduate - Mental Health Support - Oxford

Are you a recent Psychology graduate eager to gain hands-on experience working with children who have social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs? Are you considering a future in educational psychology, clinical psychology, child development, or a related field?

This is an excellent opportunity to build your experience in a highly regarded specialist school that supports children aged 4-16, with a primary diagnosis of Autism and associated SEMH challenges.

As a Mental Health Supoprt Assistant, you will:

* Work closely with students on a one-to-one and small group basis, helping them access the curriculum and manage their emotions and behaviours.
* Support their personal development by promoting social skills, resilience, and emotional regulation.
* Assist the class teacher with lesson preparation, behaviour management, and daily classroom routines.
* Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of students, helping them reach age-appropriate milestones both academically and emotionally.
* Be part of a collaborative, supportive team focused on therapeutic and educational progress.

This role offers fantastic training and guidance, making it ideal for graduates looking to gain first-hand insight into child and adolescent mental health and neurodiversity within an educational setting.

What you need to be a good Mental Health Support Assistant:

* A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people.
* Calm, compassionate, adaptable, and confident in building positive relationships.
* Previous experience with children or young people (e.g., in a school, youth work, care, volunteering) is a bonus - but not essential.

What you can gain from working as a Mental Health Support Assistant:

* Gain practical experience highly relevant to careers in psychology, therapy, teaching, or social work.
* Work in a school with small class sizes and an experienced, nurturing staff team.
* Access to training and potential long-term development opportunities.

Key Details:

* Location: Oxford
* Start date: September 2025
* Salary: 85- 100 per day
* Schedule: Term-time only
* Full-time
* Supportive, inclusive environment with good travel links

If you want to know more, apply directly to this role! You will be contacted to arrange an interview if you have been short-listed!

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